Which of the following conditions are best treated with cold ...

[lb_gilbert]

Which of the following conditions are best treated with cold therapy? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Localized inflammatory responses
  b. Hemorrhage
  c. Muscle spasm
  d. Pain

Question 2

For an abdominal paracentesis, a nurse should:
 
  A. Have the client void before the procedure
  B. Place the client in a supine or dorsal recumbent position
  C. Take the client's vital signs every 2 to 4 hours after the procedure
  D. Explain to the client that abdominal pain after the procedure is normal

[s.meritte]

Answer to Question 1

A, B, C, D
Cold therapy treats localized inflammatory responses that lead to edema, hemorrhage, muscle spasm, or pain.

Answer to Question 2

A
A. Have client void before procedure to decrease chance of bladder trauma.
B. Client assumes either semi-Fowler's position in bed or sitting upright on side of bed or in chair with feet supported to cause fluid to accumulate in the lower abdominal cavity and be drained more easily.
C. Assess vital signs before, every 15 minutes during, and every 15 minutes for an hour after the procedure or according to agency policy.
D. Client's level of comfort is equivalent to a score of 4 or less on a pain scale of 0 to 10.

[lb_gilbert]

Thank you!

[s.meritte]

Always glad to help...